My husband and I took our 16 and 18 year old granddaughters to the Dominion Garden Fest of Lights in very early January. We booked at this date after Christmas to avoid the crowds. We dressed appropriately for the cold and embarked on this adventure of winding paths and gloriously colored lights. Some displays involved lights of one color travelling up a tree's outline, while others followed the theme this year of handmade grids to form bicycles of brilliant hues. There were surprises around every corner, and we were able to enjoy the welcoming serving of hot chocolate and coffee. Go any time of year, as there is always beauty and fascination to learn of the beautiful God-given variety of treasures growing in the earth! (The gift shop is absolutely stunning and carries some of the most beautiful jewelry I've ever seen.)
A relatively inexpensive and relaxing place to go...if not for the occasional screaming brats (good luck finding a public place w/o that now days), it'd be perfect. Very friendly staff too.
I enjoyed the Gardenfest of Lights this past holiday season. It was a small crowd, due to cold weather and Thurs. night for Fidos after Five. Enjoyed delicious bowl of crab soup in cafe. Like the theme - biking and this history of LGBG as a biking destination in the earlier years. Started Christmas shopping in gift shop.
The gardens are a definitive stop when visiting Richmond. Walking the grounds with a trip through the green house full of orchids is an easy hour+, depending on your interest. If you visit in the fall, the butterfly exhibit is worth it as well. Very quiet and serene environment in the city.
Beautiful, so many things to see. Will be going back with my hubby and son. Very lush and well taken care of. Beautiful butterflies and plants.
This garden is a wonderful date outing. The gardens are some of the best in the country and are ever changing. There are several restaurants, a gift shop, library of gardening information. It is fun to go here throughout the year. The guest +1 means you can use it for dates, and then the guest can take another friend with them on other occasions. It's well worth the money.
A must for the Holiday lights ...Butterflies display...music venues or just a great hike around the sights any time of the year. Still want to try the Tea House!!! Love the gift shop!!!
The gardens are spectacular, especially in the Spring. To wander along the paths with someone special is a great way to spend an afternoon. Always improving.
Lewis Ginter caters to each person. They constantly choreograph new exhibits, such as the butterflies, flowers, and the Christmas Wonderland of light shows. Concerts and wonderful food abound at this fantastic Virginia attraction.Bring the family, bring the girlfriend, bring your parents. Tours are not long, but are very interesting. The food is good, and the artistry unmatched. Check their program for the attraction that you just can't miss.
Lewis Ginter is beautiful in the Spring and Summer with all the gardens. It is also worth visiting during the holidays for the Festival of Lights.